Leadership Development Program

A. Duie Pyle, Inc. • Shaler Township, PA

14h

About The Position

A. Duie Pyle’s Leadership Development Program is an accelerated, 24-week training program designed to prepare and develop future leaders. Participants learn about operations, project implementation, brokerage, finance, and other areas of the business while building an understanding of the transportation industry. The program combines on-the-job, real-time training with classroom-style learning and formal training. The start date is in June or January.

Participants begin at the Pyle terminal closest to their home, learning about freight handling and the less-than-truckload (LTL) business. During the six-month progression, they gain hands-on experience on the dock across various shifts and ride along in trucks, learning how operations work during both day and night. They also spend time at the corporate office learning from senior leadership. Near program completion, participants receive a placement within the Pyle network. Successful completion leads to advancement into a leadership role. Relocation within the Pyle network upon completion is required.

Requirements

• Prior work experience; experience in supply chain, logistics, transportation, or a similar field is preferred. Part-time work, internships, or co-ops in any field or industry may be considered.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Willingness to relocate within the Pyle network upon program completion.
• Positive, can-do attitude.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in any major preferred.
• Prior experience in supply chain, logistics, transportation, or a similar field.

Responsibilities

• Shadow Pyle leaders and develop leadership skills through on-the-job experiences, project assignments, and formal training.
• Learn how teamwork and the contributions of different team members and roles affect operations.
• Participate in classroom-style learning to build industry and company knowledge and develop professional relationships with senior leadership.
• Perform several different positions and work various shifts to gain hands-on experience.
• Learn about operations, project implementation, brokerage, finance, freight handling, and the LTL business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED